Strictly Come Dancing star Annabel Croft has been supported by her co-stars as she marked an emotional anniversary one year on from her husband's death.
12.05.2024 - 15:31 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Shirley Ballas has been told she left fans 'screaming at their TV screens' as she made an unexpected returning to the box during Saturday night's (May 11) viewing alongside her Strictly Come Dancing co-star.
While there is still months to go until the hit dance competition returns, Shirley surprised BBC One viewers as she made a cameo appearance in Doctor Who alongside professional dancer Johannes Radebe.
A new era of the hit Sci-Fi show was ushered in at the end of 2023, with former showrunner Russell T Davies back at the helm. Whovians were treated to special episodes featuring previous stars David Tennant and Catherine Tate before meeting Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor in the third 60th anniversary special when the Doctor "bi-generated".
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His first solo full-length episode on Christmas Day saw him encounter future companion Ruby Sunday, played by former Coronation Street star Millie Gibson. But the new full-length series, with eight episodes, starring the pair began on Saturday night with a double bill.
As the 14th series got underway, after encountering the Maestro amid the rise of Beatlemania, both the Doctor and Ruby broke out into a frenzied dance as the Doctor warned his partner his adventures "always" ended with a twist.
And it was quite the twist as the pair joined by several other characters showing off their moves before they were eventually in the company of Shirley and Johannes, leaving those tuned in with their jaws dropped.
Over on X, formerly known as Twitter, one said of the unexpected crossover: "JOHANNES
Strictly Come Dancing star Annabel Croft has been supported by her co-stars as she marked an emotional anniversary one year on from her husband's death.
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Tess Daly was full of nostalgia which led to fans flooding her with messages as she reflected on Strictly Come Dancing's huge milestone. The hit BBC One dance contest first aired on May 15 2004 as a new incarnation of the professional dancing series Come Dancing.
Just days after Strictly Come Dancing won the BAFTA for Best Entertainment programme, the BBC have teased that there will be a special spin-off show as part of Strictly’s 20th anniversary celebrations.To mark the show’s birthday, and to celebrate the fact that it is the BBC’s most successful entertainment series, the special Strictly will look back on some of the best and most memorable moments from the series over the years. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “Throughout its 20-year history, the show has launched careers, sparked trends, and touched the hearts of millions with its dazzling performances, emotional journeys, and unforgettable moments and we will be showcasing it all in this very special programme.” While more details of the anniversary special are currently under wraps, Suzy Lamb, Managing Director, BBC Studios Entertainment, added: “From glittering Ballroom numbers to high-energy Latin routines, the show continues to push the boundaries of dance and entertainment and we want viewers to join us in raising a toast to 20 years of sparkle and shine in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom.” The show is likely to feature the many stand out moments from two decades of dance that began in 2004, when news presenter Natasha Kaplinsky took the first glitterball home with dance partner Brendan Cole.
Those tuning into the Bafta TV Awards 2024 were left 'balling their eyes out' over the In Memoriam section which remembered those we have lost both behind the camera and in front of it in the TV world in the last year.
Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington found himself being flooded with messages as he enjoyed a very special trip with his mum. The dancer is known for starring as one of the professional dancers in the BBC One dance contest after joining back in 2021.
Stacey Solomon told fans she was 'feeling beautiful' as she was seen posing up a storm ahead of her appearance at the BAFTA Television Awards 2024. The Loose Women star headed to the star-studded bash on Sunday night (May 12) where she was presenting an award.
Some Britain's Got Talent fans were left issuing a complaint as the latest episode of the show kicked off with Simon Cowell and Bruno Tonioli. The hit ITV talent show returned to screens on Sunday night (May 12) after being bumped from its usual Saturday night slot.
Coleen Rooney has been flooded with messages after revealing a 'lovely' family moment as the Rooney clan marked a special occasion. Taking to social media, Coleen revealed that her and her husband Wayne's son Kit has celebrated his first Holy Communion.
Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has been flooded with messages of love and support from her fans as she shared the depths of her grief in a new message about the late Robin Windsor. The actress was among those devastated by the former Strictly Come Dancing star's death earlier this year.
Ncuti Gatwa's 15th Doctor was introduced to viewers at Christmas - and now he's back for eight new episodes in a brand new series of Doctor Who. And the first Black actor and first openly queer actor to lead the series has promised to be dressed to impress.
Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has been left heartbroken following death of her dear friend and dance legend, Pat Thompson. Shirley took to Instagram on Friday, May 10, to share her grief with a heartfelt tribute to her "beloved" Pat. Posting a nostalgic black and white snapshot of Pat dancing, Shirley penned: "Such very sad news about our beloved Pat Thompson.
As sci-fi fans around the world excitedly countdown the final few hours until Doctor Who returns to our screens, all eyes will be on Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa as he becomes the fifteenth iteration of the world renowned Time Lord. Joined by new companion Millie Gibson in the role of Ruby Sunday, the dynamic duo will be exploring the universe - both time and space - while coming face to face with some of their most formidable foes yet. But while Ncuti is new to the role, show runner Russell T Davies was so impressed by his performance he even revealed that he believes the star may be destined to join another global franchise in the coming years! In an interview to promote the new series, Russell opened up about what made him choose Gatwa for the role and where he thinks the star will end up.
Jack Dunn While filming episode one of “Doctor Who” season 14, entitled “Space Babies,” Millie Gibson had to do the impossible: keep the attention of 20 infants at once. Although she was bearing her soul in a speech integral to her character’s backstory, the babies kept dozing off and losing their attention to the flashing lights of the space-age set. So, to keep their little eyes focused on her, she delivered her lines while a nursery rhyme played on her phone just out of camera view.
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Johannes Radebe has told Annabel Croft he 'adores' her after they were reunited in spectacular fashion over the bank holiday weekend. It's been months now since the pair were last seen on screens after they made it almost to the end of Strictly Come Dancing 2023.
Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas is said to be set to star in a rival reality TV show after going through a recent cancer scare.The BBC One show's head judge is rumoured to have signed up to new Netflix launch Bear Hunt, where she is thought to be appearing as one of the contestants alongside the likes of Mel B and Danny Cipriani. Shirley, 63, had breast cancer checks including three biopsies last week, but shared the good news on Tuesday that her results had come back all clear - and now she is said to be planning to live life to the full by taking on the physically challenging Bear Hunt.
Strictly Come Dancing ’s head judge Shirley Ballas has opened up about a surprise royal visit to the set of the iconic dance show last December, when Prince Louis made an adorable request to the stars. The young royal, six, made the spontaneous trip last year with mum Kate Middleton, 42 and big sister Princess Charlotte, eight, as the trio headed to Elstree studios in Hertfordshire to get a behind the scenes look at how the show was made.
Shirley Ballas has thanked fans for their kind words of support as she shared an update after sharing worrying news about her health. Last week, the Strictly Come Dancing star shared a photo of herself on social media last week after undergoing a biopsy following a routine mammogram.